happy birthday dad!

today's my daddy's birthday... talked to him earlier & sounds like they're having a nice time away with some camping friends.  I'm glad him & mom got to get away this week & enjoy themselves.... so grateful they are able to still travel & have great times with each other in their "home sweet home" {their motorhome}.

It's a funny thing about my dad... when I was growing up I thought he was one of the meanest dads around. I was close with him, but I was definitely a mommy's girl {yes with her at all times, much to her dismay I'm sure}.  As I got older in high school & got married & had kids my fondness for my dad has grown.  I've got a big old mushy soft spot in my heart for him :)  He's loved & cuddled all our babies & brought out his sternness when they act up, but still you can tell how much he loves his kids & grandkids.  I think he's got a special sweet spot for some little girl I know {Lydie is his baby's baby & the last grandchild}.  He has shown all the support & love I could ever ask for & I appreciate beyond words all that he has done for not just me, but for our family.  After all, if it wasn't for him being so "mean" growing up, I wouldn't have those famous words to look back on... "shut of the lights! %^%^*(*&^^&*!!!".  Seriously, though... I love you dad.  I hope you have a great birthday {& many. many. more. of course!}.  Oh yeh, & thanks for being our official lawn mower guy.  You're the best.  hugs n kisses

{robyn}